Plane Warts

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Description

Medicine Treatment

Referral

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ICD 10 code: B07

DESCRIPTION

• Very small warts that are just slightly raised
• Present as smooth, flat, skin-coloured or slightly pigmented surface
• Frequently present on the face, backs of the hands, and knees
• Commonly seen in immunocompromised patients

MEDICINE TREATMENT

These warts are notoriously difficult to treat with a poor response.

• Salicylic acid, 2%, topical

LoE: III ³¹

REFERRAL

• Failure to respond
• Extensive cases involving the face

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Standard Treatment Guidelines and Essential Medicines List for South Africa, Primary Healthcare, 2020-2024_Version 1.0_07 November 2024

Chapter 5: Skin Conditions_5.15.2 Plane warts